Zaragosa, Suzuki show way in JPGT Luzon finale

MANILA, Philippines — The final leg of the seven-stage ICTSI Junior PGT Luzon Series kicked off with fierce competition at the Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Trece Martires, Cavite yesterday.

In the girls’ 13-15 age category, Precious Zaragosa overcame a late-round slip to regain a one-stroke lead over Kendra Garingalaowith a 79.

Boys’ bet Ryuki Suzuki, meanwhile, pulled ahead after a shot-for-shot battle with Korean Chan Ahn, closing out with a 36 on the frontside highlighted by a chip-in birdie on the fifth for a 74 and a four-stroke lead.

Zaragosa, winner of the Splendido Taal and Luisita legs, lost her two-shot advantage at the par-5 No. 8 but capitalized on Garingalao’s last-hole miscue to stay ahead.